Production Supervisor

Aspire Bakeries; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Growth & Development

Recognition & Rewards

Job summary

Aspire Bakeries in Winnipeg, MB is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations in a unionized setting. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while coaching teams and coordinating production schedules to meet on-time delivery.

You’ll collaborate with Bakery Management, R&D, Maintenance and QA to support business goals, uphold GMP and food safety standards, and champion continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent with strong communication skills.
• 3–5 years supervisory/Lead Hand experience in a manufacturing environment (union environment preferred).
• Demonstrated experience leading and motivating production teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including rotating shifts, days, evenings, nights, weekends, and shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs. with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Lead production teams to achieve daily safety, quality, productivity, and service objectives.
• Supervise and develop unionized employees through coaching, performance feedback, and goal setting.
• Coordinate production activities and scheduling to ensure efficient operations and on-time delivery.
• Monitor labor, material, and equipment performance while driving waste reduction and productivity improvements.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, quality assurance, and health and safety standards.
• Champion continuous improvement, sustainability, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Bakery Management, R&D, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance, to support business goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team supervision

Flexible scheduling

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Production reporting systems

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries

• Culture-Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness– Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance andadditionalvoluntary options to fit yourneeds, including disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance– Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Retirement Savings– A competitiveregistered retirement plan (RPP)with immediate company match.
• Growth & Development–Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and developexpertisethrough Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Recognition & Rewards– Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About The Role

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to join our team at our Winnipeg, MB bakery facility. As a Production Supervisor, you will be accountable for leading production operations in a unionized manufacturing environment while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and labor performance objectives are achieved. This role serves as a key communication link between frontline teams and management, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Compensation

Salary Range: $60,000- $80,000

Core Accountabilities (What You’ll Be Doing)

• Lead production teams to achieve daily safety, quality, productivity, and service objectives.
• Supervise and develop unionized employees through coaching, performance feedback, and goal setting.
• Coordinate production activities and scheduling to ensure efficient operations and on-time delivery.
• Monitor labor, material, and equipment performance while driving waste reduction and productivity improvements.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, quality assurance, and health and safety standards.
• Champion continuous improvement, sustainability, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Bakery Management, R&D, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance, to support business goals.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring To The Table)

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma or equivalent with strong communication skills.
• 3–5 years of supervisory/Lead Hand experience in a manufacturing environment better if it is in union enviornment.
• Demonstrated experience leading and motivating production teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including rotating shifts, days, evenings, nights, weekends, and shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients For Success)

• Food manufacturing or bakery industry experience supervising unionized employees.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Working knowledge of SAP and production reporting systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong leadership, planning, organizational, and communication skills in a multilingual or ESL work environment.

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit an application; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.